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Forbidden History

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Forbidden History is a documentary podcast series which explores the past’s darkest corners, sheds light on the lives of intriguing individuals, and uncovers the truth buried deep in history’s most controversial legacies. Each episode will delve into the history archives to reveal new perspectives on familiar stories.

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  1. D-Day: The Allies' Battle for Liberation

    · 33 min · S3 E148

    In this episode we take a look at the D-Day landings of World War II. From the overlooked battlefields to the details of the combined arms allied operation, this episode questions what we think we know about one of…

  2. Last Tsars of Russia: The Romanov Conspiracy

    · 42 min · S3 E147

    This week we’re revisiting an earlier episode of Forbidden History that you may have missed. We take a look at the tragic murder of the last Tsars of Russia, the Romanovs, in 1918. This episode explores the decline of…

  3. Casablanca in the Mountains: Hitler’s Secret Gateway

    · 44 min · S3 E146

    Deep in the Pyrenees lies an abandoned railway station that was once the second largest in Europe. This luxurious station at the border between France and Spain in its heyday was a real-life Casablanca. In this…

  4. Ludwig II: A Fairy-Tale King’s Fatal End

    · 43 min · S3 E145

    King Ludwig II of Bavaria, famed for his eccentricity and fairy-tale castles, was found dead in Lake Starnberg in 1886 under mysterious circumstances. Officially ruled a suicide, his death has long fuelled speculation…

  5. Nazis in Antarctica?

    · 28 min · S3 E144

    In this episode, we dive into one of the more peculiar World War II conspiracy theories: the alleged Nazi expeditions to Antarctica. We explore the historical roots, the myths of secret bases, and why this story…

  6. The Witch Hunt That Shook America

    · 40 min · S3 E143

    Join us as we explore the Salem Witch Trials of 1692 - one of the most infamous chapters in American history. Discover how fear and superstition sparked mass hysteria in Salem, Massachusetts, leading to the wrongful…

  7. The Curse of the Templars

    · 34 min · S3 E142

    In 1307, the once-mighty Knights Templar were accused of heresy and dismantled by the French crown. Legend says their last Grand Master uttered a chilling curse as he faced the flames - a curse that would echo through…

  8. The Mysterious Origins of the Templars

    · 45 min · S3 E141

    Born in the shadows of the Crusades, the Knights Templar began as humble protectors of pilgrims but soon rose to unimaginable power. Who was this mysterious group? And how did they rise from guardians to legendary…

  9. The King’s Chapel Mystery

    · 40 min · S3 E140

    In this episode, archaeologist Tim Sutherland leads the search for King Richard III’s long-lost chapel at Towton, North Yorkshire. Through the study of skeletons, with traces of vanished architecture, he uncovers clues…

  10. Witches' Railway: From Pagan Myths to WWII & the Stasi

    · 38 min · S3 E139

    In this episode, we dive into the fascinating history of the Harz Railway in Germany. A story that holds tales of witches, top-secret Nazi weapons programmes and political Cold War spies. Go to…

  11. The Stonehenge Mystery

    · 31 min · S3 E138

    In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we’re joined by Tony McMahon to discuss the enigma that is Stonehenge. Who built this 5000 year old monument and how? We cover the various theories and mysteries that…

  12. The Prince George Conspiracy

    · 47 min · S3 E137

    This week we’re revisiting an earlier episode of Forbidden History that you may have missed. In this episode, we examine the life of Prince George, Duke of Kent and delve into the conspiracies surrounding his untimely…

  13. Australia’s Rainforest Railway

    · 39 min · S3 E136

    In this episode, we join experts as they take a look at the fascinating story behind one of Australia’s historic railway lines. Everyday, tourists take the picturesque journey among ancient trees, towering mountains…

  14. The Fight for Italy

    · 39 min · S3 E135

    In this episode, we dive into the brutal Battle of Monte Cassino, the crucial fight for Italy that tested the Allies’ determination against tough German defences. We discuss the causes that led to the breach of an…

  15. The Somme: The First 24 Hours

    · 41 min · S3 E134

    In this Remembrance Day episode, we join Sir Tony Robinson to uncover the first day of the Battle of the Somme, from the perspective of five men from the Sheffield ‘Pals’ Battalion. Known in history to be one of the…

  16. The Curse of the Devil's Bible

    · 44 min · S3 E133

    This week we’re revisiting an earlier episode of Forbidden History that you may have missed. The Devil’s Bible is a centuries old medieval Bible manuscript, famous for its haunting picture of the Devil drawn within. We…

  17. The Enigmatic ‘Wow!’ Signal

    · 21 min · S3 E132

    In this episode we delve into the mysterious story of the ‘Wow!’ signal. In 1977, a strong narrowband radio signal cut through cosmic noise at Ohio State University’s Big Ear Radio Observatory, causing the astronomer…

  18. Halloween Special: Werewolves

    · 33 min · S3 E131

    In this Halloween special of the Forbidden History podcast we delve into the history of the mysterious werewolf. From Europe's 17th century "werewolf trials" to modern day silver-screen shapeshifters, we trace how the…

  19. Hitler's Polar Railway

    · 39 min · S3 E130

    In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we hear the remarkable story of one of the northernmost railway lines on earth - high in the northern reaches of Scandinavia, this line links the coast of the Norwegian…

  20. Inside Area 51

    · 23 min · S3 E129

    In this episode, we pull back the curtain on Area 51 - the secretive military base in Nevada, long rumoured to hide UFOs, alien technology, and government cover-ups… Join historian and author Guy Walters as we explore…

  21. Battle of the Skies: The Blitz

    · 38 min · S3 E128

    World War Two. For the first time in history, the battlefield has shifted mainly to the skies. Control of airspace now determines victory below, sparking a fierce race to outsmart the enemy. From the invention of radar…

  22. Vikings: The True Story | Part 3

    · 30 min · S3 E127

    In the final instalment of our three-part Vikings special, discoveries and forensic evidence collide to rewrite the Vikings’ story, revealing their everyday lives, vast networks and the surprising legacy they left…

  23. Vikings: The True Story | Part 2

    · 35 min · S3 E126

    In part two of our three-part special, the investigation deepens as our team follows the trail of newly uncovered Viking artefacts, revealing surprising connections and challenging what we thought we knew about this…

  24. Vikings: The True Story | Part 1

    · 31 min · S3 E125

    In part one of this three part special, we begin our journey into the world of the Vikings, uncovering groundbreaking discoveries that challenge long-held myths about the so-called Nordic “warrior race.” With exclusive…

  25. The Fall of Rasputin

    · 26 min · S3 E124

    In part two, we uncover Rasputin’s grip on the Romanovs, the chaos his influence sparked across Russia and the many conspiracies surrounding his death... Cast List: Tony McMahon: Former BBC news producer, author,…

  26. The Rise of Rasputin: Priest or Sorcerer?

    · 31 min · S3 E123

    In part one of this two-part Forbidden History special, we trace Rasputin’s mysterious rise from humble Siberian beginnings to the heart of Russia’s royal court. From his rumoured miracles, to his magnetic hold over…

  27. The Vanished Eighth Wonder: Russia’s Missing Amber Room

    · 29 min · S3 E122

    Once considered the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the Amber Room was a dazzling golden chamber stolen by the Nazis during World War II and never seen again. In this episode, we examine the history, legends, and many…

  28. Secrets of the Pyramids: Ancient Alien Builders?

    · 34 min · S3 E121

    Are the great pyramids monuments of human ingenuity… or encoded messages from the stars? In this episode, we’re joined by Tony McMahon as we explore the cosmic code hidden in ancient stone. Cast List: Tony McMahon:…

  29. Uncovering Medieval Disease

    · 43 min · S3 E120

    Illness and disease were an unavoidable part of medieval life. With short life expectancies and deaths often hastened by infection, sickness shaped everyday existence. In this episode, archaeologists reveal how a…

  30. Secrets of the Railway That Changed the World

    · 43 min · S3 E119

    In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast we look at how a small stretch of railway changed everything, propelling mankind into the modern world. The Liverpool to Manchester line transformed travel, time itself,…

  31. The Legend of Mothman

    · 30 min · S3 E118

    In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we unravel the chilling legend of the Mothman. Was this winged creature whose creepy sightings shook Point Pleasant, West Virginia in the 1960s really a harbinger of…

  32. Malta Under Seige

    · 38 min · S3 E117

    The fate of the small Mediterranean island of Malta hung by a thread during World War II. In this episode, we speak with experts as they explore the defences of Malta, the intricate underground tunnel network built by…

  33. Sodom & Gomorrah: Lost Cities

    · 23 min · S3 E116

    Often remembered as symbols of divine judgment, the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah remain some of the most haunting stories in the Bible... In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we explore their fall, the…

  34. America's Final Frontier: The Yukon Railway

    · 44 min · S3 E115

    In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we discover how over 100 years ago a remote railroad fought against impossible odds in order to transport the prospectors of the Klondike gold rush. From gangsters and…

  35. Black Death: The Mysterious Plague Skeleton of Tadcaster

    · 44 min · S3 E114

    In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we follow a team of experts as they investigate the life and death of a medieval woman whose skeleton was found at Tadcaster Castle, North Yorkshire. Could her burial…

  36. The Dutch Titanic

    · 38 min · S3 E113

    During the height of WW1, a ship once nicknamed ‘The Dutch Titanic’ became embroiled in a 24-hour long battle with a pack of German U-Boats. In this episode, we follow a group of underwater explorers as they discover a…

  37. Beyond the Battle of the Bulge

    · 42 min · S3 E112

    The Battle of the Bulge, or ‘Hitler’s last gamble’ was described by Winston Churchill as “the greatest American battle of the war”. Nearly 20,000 US soldiers were killed in the battle, some of whom were all too often…

  38. Oak Island: Beneath the Curse

    · 29 min · S3 E111

    For centuries, Oak Island has held its secrets tightly, in the form of hidden chambers, mysterious symbols, and a trail of clues that lead to more questions than answers. In this episode of the Forbidden History…

  39. Secrets of the Armored Dead

    · 38 min · S3 E110

    In this episode, we follow experts as they investigate the mass graves of those who died at the battle of Visby in 1361, revealing the bravery of the Gutes in their defence against the Danish king's army. Cast List:…

  40. The Bermuda Triangle Mystery Shipwreck

    · 34 min · S3 E109

    In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast we follow a team of expert divers on their search to identify a mysterious shipwreck off the coast of Florida. Did this ship sink as the result of a WW2 targeted attack…

  41. Medieval Dead: Peak District Frontier Fortress

    · 38 min · S3 E108

    Perched high above the Peak District moorlands, Carl Wark is a mysterious ancient hillfort that has puzzled archaeologists and historians for centuries. In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we explore its…

  42. The Mystery of Lake Erie’s Serpent Shipwreck

    · 36 min · S3 E107

    A mysterious shipwreck at the bottom of Lake Erie could be the oldest wreck in America's most notorious ship graveyard. In this episode, we follow experts as they investigate new leads in this 200-year-old cold case.…

  43. The Lost Wonder: Secrets of Babylon

    · 26 min · S3 E106

    In this episode, we're joined by Tony McMahon to delve into the mystery and grandeur of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. It's one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, but its existence remains a subject of fierce…

  44. Unearthing Agincourt: Band of Brothers

    · 41 min · S3 E105

    In this episode, we take a closer look at the Battle of Agincourt through the eyes of archaeologists. While the battle is often remembered through legend and literature, the evidence beneath the soil reveals what…

  45. Beneath Cold Waters: The Battle of Jutland

    · 42 min · S3 E104

    In 1916, two great fleets met in the cold, grey waters of the North Sea in what became the largest naval battle of the First World War. This episode of the Forbidden History podcast explores the conflicting legacy of…

  46. Secrets of the Cathars: Montségur

    · 36 min · S3 E103

    In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we explore the dramatic 1244 siege of Montségur, the last stronghold of the Cathars, a heretical Christian sect hunted by the Catholic Church… Cast List: Tim…

  47. UFO Conspiracy: Roswell Revealed

    · 37 min · S3 E102

    In 1947, a strange crash in the New Mexico desert sparked rumours of alien contact and a military cover-up. In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we explore the conflicting reports, declassified documents,…

  48. Disappearances of the Bermuda Triangle: SS Cotopaxi

    · 38 min · S3 E101

    In 1925, the SS Cotopaxi vanished without a trace while sailing through the infamous Bermuda Triangle, leaving behind no clear explanation. In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we dive into the mysterious…

  49. Jesus: Mystery of the Missing Years

    · 30 min · S3 E100

    What happened to Jesus between ages of 12 and 30? In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast we explore the mystery of Jesus Christ's "missing years" from ancient legends to modern theories, and what they reveal…

  50. Medieval Autopsy: Mystery of the St. Bees Man - Pt. 2

    · 28 min · S3 E99

    Who was the St. Bees Man? In this episode, we continue exploring the incredible story of the Cumbrian Knight who was discovered in a lead shroud in 1981. This second instalment to the story has us trying to figure out…

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